The bestselling author Per Egil Hegge explains from A to Ø how Norwegians think and what the country is really like – in a pointed yet entertaining manner. Hygge, fjord, Holmenkollen, holiday cabin, skier, brown cheese... Do you know what a "freiluftpils" is? Or a "lutefisk"? Per Egil Hegge highlights what is typically Norwegian through these and many other examples. He clarifies the origins, backgrounds, and meanings of linguistic phenomena and terms that define modern Norwegian society. In addition to nature, eating habits, and sports, he also discusses oil wealth and the welfare state, as well as less self-explanatory things like the grilling outfit, Hjallis, or the Harrytour. This creates a broad panorama of language, land, and people – essential for all Norway enthusiasts and those who want to become one.